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* Stay - Malaysia - March 2026

A week of slow mornings at the Marriott Perhentian Island

Malaysia's newest castaway-style resort opened to a wave of expectation. After seven days, two boats, and an awful lot of nasi lemak, here's what it actually feels like to stay there.

4.2 / 5
A week of slow mornings at the Marriott Perhentian Island
Perhentian Besar, Malaysia

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Malaysia's newest castaway-style resort opened to a wave of expectation. After seven days, two boats, and an awful lot of nasi lemak, here's what it actually feels like to stay there.

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Overall 4.2
Did My Wallet Cry?

value for money

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The Breakfast Test

because a bad breakfast ruins everything

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Gram-Worthy?

is it as photogenic as the website promised

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The Welcome Factor

did the service live up to expectations?

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Worth My Precious Days Off

the ultimate infrequent traveller question

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